NJ Senate panel advances bill banning dog, cat sales at pet stores
Measure has been long sought by animal advocates A Senate panel approved legislation Thursday that would bar New Jersey pet stores from selling cats, dogs, or rabbits in a divided vote Thursday. The Senate Economic Growth Committee approved the measure, one long...
Why don’t breeders always have puppies available?
Aside from running Four on the Floor dog training, I am also a proud breeder of Bull Terriers. Everything pertaining to Bull Terriers is a major part of my life. All of my closest friends are Bull Terrier people, and, if you want to be bored stiff one day, sit and...
Helping your dog get through this busy holiday season
The holiday season has officially arrived. For most people, this means parties, shopping, decorating and maybe a little bit of chaos. The hecticness can be rough on you, your family, and your pet. The holidays bring a mix of excitement and stress; your dogs can pick...
Holiday hazards: How feeding your dog scraps might jeopardize their health
It is that time of the year for large feasts filled with yummy fattening foods, which are incredibly tempting to humans and dogs alike. If you find yourself tempted to overindulge around the holidays, imagine your dog’s temptation. Every year, I field panicked...
Mange: Not just a concern for strays
The skin condition known as mange is often assumed to be only found on stray or neglected dogs. However, mange can happen to any dog, even the ones in loving homes who are well cared for. The most common cases of mange seen in dogs are sarcoptic mange, which is also...
